Operation Downpour Simulation/Story

Operation Downpour Simulation[]

Main article: Operation Downpour Simulation (Quest)

Quest Description

In a corner of the Court of Fontaine, Turenna and Enghiene, members of the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol, have set up a new tabletop wargame. The stage is set for you to show off your tactical brilliance...

(Talk to Turenna or Enghiene)

Turenna: Just as we set our strategy and picked our script, the Proto-Boss, (Traveler), makes a grand entrance!

Enghiene: Seriously? You believe in that old saying?

Turenna: "Sensing the heat of impending battle, the Proto-Boss will appear like a bullet from the dark — to commandeer their troops with ruthless efficiency..."

Seems like I showed up right on cue.

More like lightning than a bullet, no?

Turenna: I see! You mean to say that the velocity of our musket rounds can still be improved... I feel the same way.

Enghiene: Put a sock in it, Turenna! We got (Traveler) to come all this way, so let's get down to business!

Turenna: Fair enough. Musket talk comes later, then. Now, Proto-Boss, I'm sure you're in top form, ready to lead your troops at any time, right?

Is this about a new tabletop wargame?

Turenna: Right you are! The rules and layout have been updated according to scenarios faced by the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol.

Umm, I don't quite get it...

Turenna: Simply put, after we returned from that cooperative wargame in Liyue, we adapted it to suit the Special Patrol's current needs.

Enghiene: Which is to say that this current iteration is more challenging. We've prepared a number of special scenarios, including some contributions from the Patrol's elites.

Enghiene: Some scenarios are seriously brain-boggling... So why don't you lead us by example, Proto-Boss?

Turenna: Of course, you'll be handsomely compensated for your help. Go play, get paid — two birds with one stone!

Time to strut my stuff, then!

Getting paid to play? That's the dream.

Enghiene: Just you watch, Turenna. No matter how good (Traveler) is, I'm sure the third Assault Scenario will be a real toughie...

Turenna: Nonsense! There's no way he'll get stuck on that. Maybe you're just getting rusty, Drillmaster.

Enghiene: T—Turenna! The cheek of you!

Turenna: Let's bet on it, Drillmaster! I wager... Some of Captain Chevreuse's limited-edition ammunition!

Thinking Outside Every Box...[]

Main article: Thinking Outside Every Box...

Quest Description

After the wargames, the members of the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol seem to have gained new tactical insights...

(Talk to Turenna or Enghiene): Turenna: Hmm... the route taken by the attacking force, and their coordination with their supporting flank teams when targeting an enemy stronghold... These aspects must be studied further.; Enghiene: But what about (TravelerTraveler)'s unorthodox tactics? They don't seem to make sense at a glance, and yet...; See something you like?; Any textbook examples for your recruits?; Turenna: Indeed! As you can see, once the main force has been deployed, it is difficult for them to disengage for a short period of time. This window is when covering the enemy's flanks and cutting off their reinforcements becomes crucial.; Turenna: But with limited troops, it becomes difficult to decide how many to allocate to the support unit.; Enghiene: Ugh... If we had the numbers, we could downsize the main force. But if we couldn't spare many, we might not even be able to cut the enemy off... Nobody knows for sure how much manpower we'd have each time.; Enghiene: It's customary for the Special Patrol to form a support unit of about one quarter the strength of the main attacking force, and deploy them to patrol areas where we might expect enemy reinforcements to show up...; Enghiene: Normally, this arrangement would suffice, although there have been exceptions... One time, while the support unit was leisurely patrolling their target area with no enemies in sight, the main force was running thin and had to fight for their lives...; Turenna: But as for you, Proto-Boss — you planned your attack routes for the main force exceptionally well, coordinating their movements with those of the support unit.; Turenna: That way, both units could rely on each other for support when it mattered, making the most of our manpower.; Turenna: When the main assault met heavy resistance, the support unit could act like reinforcements. Likewise, when enemy reinforcements suddenly arrived in force, both teams could move in tandem to intercept. Like an offensive-defensive unit!; That's just how I roll.; Really? I just did whatever...; Turenna: Anyway, thanks to your unorthodox strategy, you've demolished the same third Assault Scenario that had Drillmaster Enghiene stumped...; Enghiene: ...; Enghiene: Fine, I admit defeat! You'll be getting your limited-edition ammunition once we get back!; Turenna: Hehe! The pleasure's all mine, Drillmaster!; Turenna: The very same limited-edition bullets used by Captain Chevreuse, renowned for their precision and velocity over long distances... Hehehe...; Turenna: Ahem! Back to the topic at hand, I've always known you had an interest in firearms, Proto-Boss! I talked through some of the necessary application requirements with my colleagues, and you're a perfect fit!; Turenna: When you're free, we'll find an opportunity to get the relevant paperwork done, check up on your key data, and get you a custom-made musket of your own!